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No one was injured in a structure fire that damaged a $26 million dollar residence in Kāmuela early Sunday morning. South Kohala firefighters worked diligently to locate a hidden fire and confine the blaze to 25% of the house.

Ho‘ōla Farms has distributed 58,565 food boxes filled with locally sourced food to underserved communities in East Hawaiʻi through the program “ʻUmeke ʻAi Pono,” which ends on July 5.

Trailblazers can apply for the 10th Omidyar Fellows program, an immersive leadership experience that enables Fellows to lead with purpose, mobilize communities, and amplify positive change throughout Hawai‘i.

Lifeguards rescued a 37-year-old man and a 16-year-old girl in distress on Sunday afternoon, bringing them ashore before first responders transported them to Hilo Benioff Medical Center for treatment.

Celebrate World Ocean Day with “In the Wake of Whales,” a free video that dives into the captivating world of humpback whale migration and gives insights into the whales’ journey to Hawaiʻi.

The principal at Connections Public Charter School in Hilo said the teachers violated their own contract agreement. The teachers distributed flyers outlining their concerns before the start of a school day.

More than 200 students from Hawai‘i Island’s public, charter, private and home schools displayed their water conservation knowledge and creativity by entering the 7th Annual Keiki Water Conservation Poster Contest.

Gov. Josh Green signed a new law on Wednesday that requires parents to set aside part of their child’s entertainment income in a trust, a move aimed at preventing financial exploitation of young performers.

Recently, something has been observed “dancing” above the active eruptive vents inside Halemaʻumaʻu…Hydrogen flames!

The ACLU of Hawaiʻi is investigating concerns about how Immigration and Customs Enforcement warrants are executed, potential use of excessive force, and other violations of law.

The measure honors the enduring legacy of Queen Liliʻuokalani and recognizes the many contributions of the Native Hawaiian community to Hawaiʻi’s past, present and future.

Green is not required to veto every bill indicated on the Intent-to-Veto list, but he cannot veto a bill that is not included and he has until July 9 to issue final vetoes.

Above average surf will continue along south facing shores, but will remain below advisory thresholds. 

The dangers of jumping into the water in the Spitting Caves and China Walls area on O’ahu also can apply to other similar areas around the Hawaiian islands.

Hawai‘i County created the one-way road, from Kailua Pier to the Hualālai Road intersection, to add free parking stalls to combat concerns over the extreme parking prices at privately owned lots in the downtown area.

Hawai‘i County Mayor Kimo Alameda said the passing of the budget shows unity between the county council and administration, adding the council members understand the county needs and the administration understands theirs.

Hilo High Vikings air riflery team secures a $15,000 grant from the National Rifle Association Foundation, enhancing their training with new equipment and boosting their competitive edge in future competitions.

A team at the Institute for Astronomy uncovered rare events when massive stars at least three times the mass of the Sun are shredded by supermassive black holes. 

Junson Heckerz, 28, was arrested after a crime spree that included vehicle theft, burglary, and an officer-involved shooting in Captain Cook on Wednesday.

After experiencing a temporary loss of 911 services, Verizon Wireless users can now call 911 without issue, according to Hawaiʻi police.